1957 Austin Princess vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 880 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2005 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 318 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |